Research Portal

Research can illuminate many topics: the historical experience of different people, academic questions, and even family history.

NPS Photo courtesy of the Brydon Collection

 

Research is an important part of understanding history. Whether you're an academic looking for primary sources, a descendant of a veteran looking for information on your family, or a person curious to know more about the Unangax̂ experience of World War II, there's something for you. Explore the resources below to further your research and learn more about the Aleutian Theater in World War II.

 

Looking for information about an individual serviceman?

Over the last decade, the National Park Service has collected materials documenting individual experiences of the war from Aleutian Theater veterans. Please use the "Seeking information?" search below or contact the Alaska Region Affiliated Areas Program at 240 W 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501 or 907 644-3472 for more information on a specific veteran.

 

Research Portal

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  Seeking information?

  Looking for an individual? Type their name into this search bar and check the "Aleutian Islands WWII National Historic Area" box.

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  Publications

  Reading is a great way to learn. Check out our publications!

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  The Williwaw Newsletters

  Read past editions of the Williwaw, a newsletter for Aleutian Theater veterans and their families.

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  Unit Histories

  Learn more about individual units of the Aleutian Theater and the various missions they carried out.